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Yoga for Pure Beginners Workshop with Kim Ellner

Yoga for Pure Beginners with Kim Ellner

Saturday, September 8th  9:30 -11 AM

$25, pre-registration required

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Studies* have Proven that Yoga:

  • Relieves existing stress
  • Reduces blood pressure
  • Can prevent the release of cortisol and adrenaline – stress hormones- into the body
  • Enhances overall strength & flexibility
  • Improves balance resulting in less falls
  • Encourages the production of synovial fluid and lubrication of joint capsules in joints
  • Reduces depression and anxiety

Due to positive research results by the National Institute of Health (NIH), the federal government is seriously considering adding certain styles of yoga as treatment for heart disease to its Medicare program.

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ISN’T IT TIME YOU TRIED YOGA?

Learn the fundamentals of postures, yogic breathing,  & concepts. After this workshop, you will be able to join a beginner level class with confidence and a strong foundation.

* Harvard Medical School

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